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| Robert Mondavi Winery, Napa Valley, California (Photo credit: Wikipedia) |
When most people think
of Napa they think of wine. This is a perfectly reasonable response as Napa
produces some of the best wines in the world. What people do not think of, but
should, is a brewery in downtown Napa. The craft beer revolution that has swept
American has not missed Napa. The city is home to multiple breweries with more
opening each year.
Craft beer has never been more popular in the United States. Small, independent brewers have been popping up across the country offering a wide variety of recipes for beer loves to try. Along with the traditional craft beer favorites India Pale Ale (IPA) and seasonal brew, independent brewers are experimenting with new and exciting flavors. Beer drinkers are going away from traditional mass produced beers and looking for quality and variety. A beer tasting adventure is fast becoming as popular as a wine tasting trip. Many breweries are even offering a similar experience with top quality food paired with the ideal beer.
A brewery in Napa fits in perfectly with the feel and vibe of the city. Along with a number of award winning wineries the city offers some of the best eating experiences in the country. Napa offers a bit of everything from world-class establishments to more casual places to grab a quick bite. A locally brewed beer is the perfect addition to any meal.
The Napa valley is known for producing some of the best grapes in the world. The combination of the climate and the soil creates the ideal growing conditions. This is the key to the success of the wine producers. This soil produces many local ingredients that brewers can incorporate along with the best barley and hops the world has to offer to create some truly unique and fresh craft beers.
Craft beer has never been more popular in the United States. Small, independent brewers have been popping up across the country offering a wide variety of recipes for beer loves to try. Along with the traditional craft beer favorites India Pale Ale (IPA) and seasonal brew, independent brewers are experimenting with new and exciting flavors. Beer drinkers are going away from traditional mass produced beers and looking for quality and variety. A beer tasting adventure is fast becoming as popular as a wine tasting trip. Many breweries are even offering a similar experience with top quality food paired with the ideal beer.
A brewery in Napa fits in perfectly with the feel and vibe of the city. Along with a number of award winning wineries the city offers some of the best eating experiences in the country. Napa offers a bit of everything from world-class establishments to more casual places to grab a quick bite. A locally brewed beer is the perfect addition to any meal.
The Napa valley is known for producing some of the best grapes in the world. The combination of the climate and the soil creates the ideal growing conditions. This is the key to the success of the wine producers. This soil produces many local ingredients that brewers can incorporate along with the best barley and hops the world has to offer to create some truly unique and fresh craft beers.
One of the most anticipated new additions to the market is the St. Clair Brown Winery. St. Clair Brown currently offers a wide selection of hand-crafted wines. Each wine is produced in small batches from independent growers throughout the Napa valley. Elaine St. Clair, the veteran winemaker at St. Clair Brown, has a long history is brewing and is eager to return to the art.
When open the micro-brewery will be able to produce up to 300 gallons of beer a day. Fresh beer will be pumped directly in the bar in their restaurant. Patrons will be able to enjoy a fresh beer with their meal or get a growler to take home with them.
Wine may be what made Napa famous, but the city has so much more to offer. Along with the world-class wines and restaurants Napa also offers award winning breweries. The addition of a brewery at St. Clair Brown is sure to take the brewery market in Napa to another level. It is a destination that any beer lover would be remiss to pass up.
